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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
At less than 4% of Total Cases, India’s Active Caseload of 3.78 lakh continues to retreat
Daily Positivity Rate stands at 3.14%
19 States/UTs have weekly Positivity Rate more than the national average
The ongoing trend of contraction of India’s total active cases continues. The active caseload of the country stands at 3,78,909. The share of Active Cases in the total Positive Cases has further shrunk to 3.89%.
The daily recoveries exceeding the daily new cases have ensured a total net reduction of the Active Caseload. A net decline of 4,957 cases has been recorded in the total active cases in last 24 hours.
India has reported more daily recoveries than the daily new cases during the past 24 hours. While 32,080 persons were found positive in the past 24 hours, India has registered 36,635 new recoveries during the same period.
India’s total cumulative tests are nearing 15 Cr . Keeping in line with its commitment to conduct more than one million tests every day, 10,22,712 samples were tested in the last 24 hours. The testing capacity of the country has grown to 15 lakh tests per day.
India’s testing infrastructure has seen a significant boost with 2,220 labs across the country.
An average of more than 10 lakh tests conducted daily has ensured that the cumulative positivity rate is sustained at low levels and is presently following a downward trajectory.
The cumulative national Positivity Rate stands at 6.50% today. The daily positivity rate is just 3.14%. Higher volumes of testing eventually lead to low Positivity Rate.
19 States/UTs have weekly positivity rate more than the national average.
Below are the States with highest cumulative testing along with their respective positivity rates.
Uttar Pradesh has the highest cumulative testing with more than 2 Cr tests. Bihar, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh are among the States with highest cumulative testing with more than 1 Cr tests.
The Recovery Rate has also increased to 94.66%. Total Recoveries have surpassed 92 lakhs today .
76.37% of the new recovered cases are observed to be concentrated in 10 States/UTs.
Maharashtra has reported the maximum number of single day recoveries with 6,365 newly recovered cases. 4,735 people recovered in Kerala in the past 24 hours followed by 3,307 in Delhi.
75.11% of the new cases are from 10 States and UTs.
Kerala continues to report the highest daily new cases at 5,032. It is followed by Maharashtra with 4,026 new cases.
402 case fatalities have been reported in the past 24 hours.
Ten States/UTs account for 76.37% of new deaths. Delhi saw the maximum casualties . Maharashtra and West Bengal follow with 53 and 49 daily deaths, respectively.
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh dispatches separate consignments of COVID related material for the two capital cities of Jammu and Srinagar
Union Minister of State  Development of North Eastern Region , MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh today dispatched separate consignments of COVID related material for the two capital cities of Jammu and Srinagar respectively, in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir.
While sending off the consignments carrying separate kits containing face masks, sanitizers and other accessories, Dr Jitendra Singh said, the earlier consignments of COVID related material arranged by him were sent to all the six districts of his Lok Sabha constituency of Udhampur-Kathua-Doda. He said, he had now sought to arrange similar consignments for other parts of both the regions of Jammu and Kashmir.
Dr Jitendra Singh said, it is not easily feasible to arrange very huge supplies from voluntary sources but he, with the cooperation of like-minded citizens, will try to reach out as far as possible to different areas of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir. Because of the lockdown conditions, he said, the transportation of the material and its further distribution in different parts is not an easy task, particularly in the wake of varied topography and difficult terrains of Jammu & Kashmir. However, with the help of colleagues and youth activists, he has undertaken the task of sending the COVID material, wherever he can.
Dr Jitendra Singh further informed that even though he is convalescing after an episode of COVID infection which required hospitalization, he is maintaining contact at different levels in the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir as well as the North Eastern States. He said, he has been regularly in touch with administration in different districts as well as the Medical authorities of all the Government Medical Colleges in both the regions of Jammu & Kashmir including the Sher-I-Kashmir Institute of Medical Science , Soura. He expressed satisfaction that as a positive outcome of nearly five days of consecutive daily deliberations, the COVID facilities at Government Medical College Jammu have been benefited and there is better coordination in the functioning.
Dr Jitendra Singh appreciated the community work undertaken by BJP Karyakartas and several voluntary agencies. He appealed to the critics who find alleged faults that they should instead come forward to correct these faults, if any.
Dr Jitendra Singh once again reiterated his call to all political parties to rise above differences and unitedly fight India’s war against COVID, led by Prime Minister Narenda Modi. He said, this is a calamity of the century and all of us are expected to strive together.
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AYUSH
Union Minister of Ayush inaugurates BUMS course of GUMC&H in Ganderbal in J&K
Union Minister of Ayush and Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Shri Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated today the 1st batch of BUMS  course of the Government Unani Medical College & Hospital  at Ganderbal in Jammu and Kashmir. The event was also graced by Lieutenant Governor of UT J&K, Shri Manoj Sinha through virtual mode.
Earlier, Shri Sonowal took part in a plantation drive of 71 medicinal plant saplings to commemorate 71st birthday of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi at Regional Research Institute of Unani Medicine in Srinagar.
Terming the inauguration of the BUMS course as historic moment for whole UT, the Union Minister said that institution will go a long way to promote the indigenous systems of medicine in the UT of J&K particularly the Unani System of Medicine in the Kashmir Division. He said that the Ayush Ministry is determined to provide basic healthcare services to the people of country.
While congratulating the students who got admission in first batch of BUMS, Shri Sarbananda Sonowal said that Prime Minister is working tirelessly for the development, peace and integrity of whole nations and advised the students to work with same dedication and energy to bring laurels to the Whole UT.
Later, Union minister took round of OPD block, Operation theater Block, various labs inside the Hospital and all blocks of the academic building, where union minister and other officers interacted with the students of 1st Batch of BUMS.
Pertinently, The Government Unani Medical College & Hospital Ganderbal has been constructed with the financial assistance of Rs. 17.00 crore from Ministry of AYUSH under erstwhile CSS scheme, Rs. 18.25 Crore from UT Government and Rs. 38.82 lakhs under National AYUSH Mission for operationalization of the College.
The College is having an annual intake capacity of 60 BUMS students along with 60 bedded hospital. There are 07 clinical departments viz; Moalijat , Jarahat , Ain-Uzn-Anf-Halq , Ilm-ul-Qabalatwa Niswan , Ilmul Atfal , Amraz-Jild  and Ilaj bit Tadbeer  in the College.
During the visit, the Union Minister was accompanied by Chairperson District Development Council Ganderbal, Nuzhat Ishfaq, Special Secretary, Ministry of AYUSH, Pramod Kumar Pathak, Additional Chief Secretary, Health and Medical Education Department, Vivek Bhardwaj, Deputy Commissioner Ganderbal, Krittika Jyotsna, Director General AYSUSH, Dr. Mohan Singh, Director General, CCRUM, Asim Ali Khan, Principal Government Unani Medical College, Samia Rashid, SSP Ganderbal and other concernred.
Ministry of Defence
Andaman & Nicobar Command Celebrates Republic Day
A ceremonial parade was conducted to commemorate 73rd Republic Day on 26 Jan 2022 at Netaji Stadium, Port Blair, Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The parade was reviewed by Lieutenant Governor Admiral DK Joshi  Chief Guest for the parade of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The parade was led by Lt Cdr Sandeep R of the Indian Navy comprising of contingents from Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard and A&N Police.
The parade witnessed showering of petals and flag trooping by MI-17V5 Helicopter during the unfurling of The National Flag by the chief guest. Each parade contingent was represented by one officer, one Junior Commissioned Officer and fifteen Other Ranks. The pride and josh of each participating contingent reflected a high level of integration of all arms and evolution of jointsmanship culture in the Andaman Nicobar Command. All government guidelines and Covid protocols were adhered to during the conduct of the event.
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Ministry of Development of North-East Region
No Ordinance to register tourists in Meghalaya
No ordinance with regard to registration of individuals visiting Meghalaya has been issued till date.
This information was provided by the Union Minister of State  Development of North-Eastern Region , MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh in written reply to a question in Rajya Sabha today.
Ministry of Finance
Auction for Sale  of ‘3.96% GS 2022’, ‘5.15% GS 2025’, ‘5.85% GS 2030’ and ‘6.80% GS 2060’
The Government of India  has announced the Sale  of  ‘3.96% Government Security, 2022’ for a notified amount of Rs 2,000 crore  through price based auction,  ‘5.15% Government Security, 2025’ for a notified amount of Rs 11,000 crore  through price based auction,  ‘5.85% Government Security, 2030’ for a notified amount of Rs 11,000 crore  through price based auction, and  ‘6.80% Government Security, 2060’ for a notified amount of Rs 7,000 crore  through price based auction. GoI will have the option to retain additional subscription up to Rs 2,000 crore against each of the above securities. The auctions will be conducted by the Reserve Bank of India, Mumbai Office, Fort, Mumbai on February 05, 2021  using multiple price method.
Up to 5% of the notified amount of the sale of the Securities will be allotted to eligible individuals and Institutions as per the Scheme for Non-Competitive Bidding Facility in the Auction of Government Securities.
Both competitive and non-competitive bids for the auction should be submitted in electronic format on the Reserve Bank of India Core Banking Solution  system on February 05, 2021. The non-competitive bids should be submitted between10.30 a.m. and 11.00 a.m. and the competitive bids should be submitted between 10.30 a.m. and 11.30 a.m.
The result of the auctions will be announced on February 05, 2021  and payment by successful bidders will be on February 08, 2021 .
The Securities will be eligible for “When Issued” trading in accordance with the guidelines on ‘When Issued transactions in Central Government Securities’ issued by the Reserve Bank of India vide circular No. RBI/2018-19/25 dated July 24, 2018 as amended from time to time.
Cabinet
Cabinet approves MoU between India and Uzbekistan on Mutual Cooperation in Combating Illicit Trafficking in Narcotics, Drugs, Psychotropic Substances and Precursors
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved the MoU between India and Uzbekistan on Mutual Cooperation in Combating Illicit Trafficking in Narcotics, Drugs, Psychotropic Substances and Precursors.
Benefits:
The MoU will help in mutual cooperation in regulation of narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances, and in combating drug trafficking. It is an effective framework to deal with all issues requiring mutual assistance and cooperation in the areas identified. The MoU will facilitate effective institutional interaction between both the Governments. The MoU, once in force, would help in curbing transnational narcotics trafficking.
Prime Minister's Office
Remarks by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi at the 18th India-ASEAN Summit
Your Majesty,
Excellencies,
Namaskar!
This year too, we have not been able to take our traditional family photo, but virtually, we have maintained the continuity of the tradition of ASEAN-India summit. I congratulate His Majesty the Sultan of Brunei for his successful presidency of ASEAN in 2021.
Your Majesty,
Excellencies,
We all faced a lot of challenges due to the Covid-19 pandemic. But this challenging time in a way was also the test of India-ASEAN friendship. Our mutual cooperation and mutual sympathy since Covid times will continue to strengthen our relationship in future and will be the basis of goodwill among our people. History is witness that India and ASEAN have had vibrant relations for thousands of years. This is also reflected in our shared values, traditions, languages, texts, architecture, culture, cuisine etc. And therefore, the unity and centrality of ASEAN has always been an important priority for India.This special role of ASEAN, India's Act East Policy which is contained in our Security and Growth for All in the Region i.e. "SAGAR" policy. India's Indo Pacific Oceans Initiative and ASEAN's Outlook for the Indo-Pacific are the framework for our shared vision and mutual cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region.
Your Majesty,
Excellencies,
The year 2022 will mark the completion of 30 years of our partnership. India will also complete seventy-five years of its independence. I am very happy that we will celebrate this important milestone as the 'Year of ASEAN-India Friendship'. India is committed to further strengthen ties under the forthcoming Presidency of Cambodia and our Country Coordinator, Singapore. Now I look forward to hearing your views.
Thanks a lot!
DISCLAIMER: This is the approximate translation of Prime Minister’s remarks. Original remarks were delivered in Hindi.
National Financial Reporting Authority
NFRA examines proposals on new standard for accounting of insurance contracts viz. Ind AS 117
The National Financial Reporting Authority  held a meeting to examine the proposals received from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India , as required u/s 133 of the Companies Act, 2013), regarding a new Standard  for accounting of insurance contracts viz. Ind AS 117, here yesterday. The meeting was attended by the Executive Body of NFRA and Part time-members of the Authority from MCA, CAG, ICAI and the accountancy profession.
NFRA will share its recommendations to Ministry of Corporate Affairs, after which Ind AS 117 has to be considered and notified by the Central Government under Companies  Rules 2015. When notified, it will replace currently notified Ind AS 104, Insurance Contracts.
IFRS 17, originally issued by the International Accounting Standards Board , in May 2017, is a complete overhaul of the accounting for the Insurance Industry. It is considered as a first truly international IFRS Standard for insurance contracts to help investors and other users to better understand insurers’ risk exposure, profitability and financial position. Globally, it has become effective from 1st January 2023.
IFRS 17 is specifically designed to capture the unique features of the insurance and investment contracts of the Insurance Entities. It is highly insurance products specific and would entail a paradigm shift in the measurement, presentation and disclosure requirements. Insurance Industry fulfils a significant role in the global economy. IASB’s factsheet of 2017 says with $13 trillion in assets, insurers account for 12 per cent of the total assets of listed companies that use IFRS Standards. Given the central economic role of the industry, proper and transparent accounting for insurance contracts is of crucial importance.
Dr Ajay Bhushan Prasad Pandey highlighted a number of reforms in India in recent times and India’s prominent role in the global affairs. Dr Pandey said that Ind AS 117 is substantially converged with IFRS Standard adopted in over 140 countries. This decision is in line with the India’s policy to embrace international best practices to enable level playing field to the Indian Companies. This standard will enable Indian Insurance Industry to present globally comparable financial information which augurs well for enhanced investment in the sector needed for increasing the insurance penetration in the country.
Prior to this meeting, NFRA also held an outreach with members from Life Insurance Industry as part of its examination of the proposed new standard on Insurance Contracts in February 2023 in which IRDAI also participated. The members from the Life Insurance Industry provided valuable insights to the proposed Ind AS 117 and expressed need for early notification of the standard. ICAI had also undertaken extensive public consultation by issuing exposure drafts of the proposed Ind AS 117 in 2018, 2021 and 2022.
Competition Commission of India
CCI approves acquisition by TPG Growth V SF Markets Pte. Ltd. of 8%  of the equity shareholding of API Holdings Private Limited
The Competition Commission of India  approves acquisition by TPG Growth V SF Markets Pte. Ltd.  of 8%  of the equity shareholding of API Holdings Private Limited  under Section 31 of the Competition Act, 2002, yesterday.
The Acquirer is a newly incorporated special purpose investment vehicle in Singapore and as on date, it does not have any physical presence and investments in India. The Acquirer would be jointly funded by TPG  and Korean Investment Corporation.
API Holdings is a company incorporated in India and is the ultimate parent entity of the API Holdings group. API Holdings, either directly or through its subsidiaries, will carry
out various business activities inter alia including:
- wholesale sale and distribution of drugs  drugs);
- provision of transportation services primarily focused on the pharmaceutical sector;
- owning technology and intellectual property for developing e-commerce platforms including marketplaces for facilitating the sale of pharmaceutical products, medical devices and OTC drugs;
- manufacturing  and marketing of pharmaceutical, ayurvedic and nutraceutical products, medical devices, hygiene products, life-saving medicines, herbal products and food supplements.
A detailed order of the CCI will follow.
Ministry of Education
VISWABHARATI EARMARKS A PORTION OF ITS HOSPITAL AS QUARINTINE CENTER
Kolkata, 17th April, 2020
A portion of Viswabharati’s Pearson Hospital’s new complex has been earmarked for using as quarantine center for suspected corona patients. This is probably the first instance in the entire country where a part of university’s hospital has been converted to facilitate treatment for the corona suspects. Vice Chancellor of Viswa Bharati Prof. Bidyut Chakraborty stated this in Santinikatan today. He informed that initially a twenty bed set up has been prepared but in necessity it could be extended up to 60 bed center. He further stated that a fever clinic has also been made operational as per the guidelines issued time to time by the WHO and Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. This initiative has been taken to do away with the fear associated with having fever even from normal cough and cold.
Prof Chakraborty also said that as they truly believe in Swami Vivekananda’s saying jeebey prem korey jei jon seijon sebichey isswar’  they are practicing that too. Twice weekly relief package is being sent to the villages earmarked by the local administrative authorities. The relief material is procured with the amount accumulated through contribution by the teachers and staffs and well-wishers of Viswa Bharati. Apart from that the teachers and staff of this central university has contributed rupees 38 lakhs to the PM CARES fund.
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Ministry of Electronics & IT
Objective of Amendment in Information Technology Rules
The Government’s objective is to ensure an Open, Safe, Trusted and Accountable Internet for Digital Nagrik or citizens.
With the expansion of the Internet and more and more Indians coming online, the possibility that Digital Nagrik or citizens being exposed to user harms, disinformation and criminality has also increased. As the digital eco-system and connected Internet users in India expand, so do the challenges and problems faced by them, as well as some of the infirmities and gaps that exist in the previous rule vis-a-vis Big Tech platform, the Central Government, in exercise of powers conferred by the Information Technology Act, 2000, has notified the Information Technology  Amendment Rules, 2022.
These rules cast specific obligation on intermediaries vis-à-vis what kind of information is to be hosted, displayed, uploaded, published, transmitted, stored or shared. Intermediaries are also required to remove any content violative of any law for the time being in force as and when brought to their knowledge either through a court order or through a notice by appropriate government or its authorised agency. Further, the amended rules also provide for the establishment of Grievance Appellate Committee to allow users to appeal against the inaction of or decisions taken by Grievance Officers of intermediaries on user complaints. In case of failure to follow diligence as provided in the said rules, by intermediaries, they shall lose their exemption from liability under section 79 of the IT Act and shall be liable for consequential action as provided in such law.
The criticisms of this nature, if any, are unfounded and incorrect as the Supreme Court of India, itself, observed that fundamental rights are not absolute rights and they are subject to reasonable restrictions.
Government’s rule making policy aims at ensuring the constitutionally guaranteed right accorded to our citizen. Following that objective, the amended rules also have made it explicit for the intermediary, including social media intermediaries, to respect the rights accorded to the citizens of India under the Constitution.
This information was given by the Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology, Shri Rajeev Chandrasekhar in a written reply to a question in Rajya Sabha today.
Prime Minister's Office
PM condoles the demise of social worker and Padma awardee Shanti Devi ji
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed sorrow on the demise of noted social worker and Padma Awardee Smt Shanti Devi ji.
The Prime Minister tweeted :
"Shanti Devi Ji will be remembered as a voice of the poor and underprivileged. She worked selflessly to remove suffering and create a healthier as well as just society. Pained by her demise. My thoughts are with her family and countless admirers. Om Shanti."